Family Group Night | April 6 2025
- South Main Baptist Church
- Apr 7
- 2 min read
"Supporting Missionaries"
"Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes." (Isaiah 54:2)
Discover It
God calls missionaries to take the gospel to the ends of the earth, but they cannot do it alone. Isaiah 54:2 provides a beautiful picture of missions: for the reach of the tent (the Gospel) to expand, the cords must be lengthened. However, this is only possible when the stakes—the foundation of support—are driven deeper. Just as a tent cannot stand without strong, deeply rooted stakes, missionaries cannot serve effectively without faithful prayer and financial support. Local churches and families are called to be part of this mission by strengthening the stakes through our encouragement, generosity, and prayer.
Ask It
1. Have you ever heard a missionary's story that inspired you? What stood out to you? How did it make you feel?
2. How can churches, families, and individuals be more intentional in supporting missionaries? Why do you think financial support and prayer are both necessary for missionaries?
3. Are there specific missionaries or ministries we can adopt in prayer and giving? How does this verse challenge us to think beyond our immediate surroundings and participate in God's global mission?
Live It
1. This week, research a missionary your family can support. Consult our church prayer calendars for names or call our church office.
2. Set aside a time each day to pray specifically for missionaries and their needs. Consider writing a letter or email to encourage a missionary family.
3. Discuss with your family, friends, or Sunday School Small Group how you can contribute financially, however big or small, to mission work.
Pray It
Heavenly Father, thank You for calling men and women to share Your Gospel across the world. We pray for missionaries like Nicholas and Alyssa Peveto, serving in Zambia, and for many others who have given their lives to spreading Your Word. Help us to be faithful in supporting them through prayer, encouragement, and giving. Deepen our commitment to Your mission and show us ways we can strengthen the stakes so that Your name may be proclaimed in all nations. Use us to be a blessing in Your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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